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 Path-goal theory Complete this diagram of the path-goal theory and use it to determine which element of the theory is illustrated in the example that follows it

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 Path-goal theory Complete this diagram of the path-goal theory and use it to determine which element of the theory is illustrated in the example that follows it. A • Perceived ability • Locus of control • Experience Leadership Styles Directive Supportive Participative • Achievement-oriented B Subordinate satisfaction • Subordinate performance ? • Task structure • Formal authority system • Primary work group Source: Image adapted from Chuck Williams. (n.d.). Management (11st ed., p. 319). Mason, OH: Cengage Learning, 2018.. A. B. c. In the Army, most tasks are done according to a precise series of steps. For example, rifles are broken down and reassembled the same way every time they are cleaned. This is an example of the element of the path-goal theory.
Review this table and select the correct information for A, B, C, and D. A. B. C. D. Unstructured tasks Structured, simple, repetitive tasks; Complex tasks Unchallenging tasks Workers with external locus of control When workers lack confidence Workers with internal locus of control Unclear formal authority system Clear formal authority system Workers not satisfied with rewards Inexperienced workers Stressful, frustrating tasks Experienced workers Workers with low perceived ability Workers with high perceived ability Source: Image adapted from Chuck Williams. (n.d.). Management (11st ed., p. 321). Mason, OH: Cengage Learning, 2018.. A. B. c. D. You have just accepted a management position at a small handbag factory in Thailand. Workers spend their days doing the same task over and over: riveting a strap, sewing a seam, or polishing a completed bag. Conditions are difficult, to say the least, and the previous manager convinced the employees that they don't have the skills they need to keep their jobs. Prior to leaving for Thailand, your boss told you to be prepared for workers to treat you with the utmost respect. Thai businesses tend to be very formal. Everyone has a specific role to play, and management hierarchies are strictly observed. According to path-goal theory, you should use the this example. style of management in